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Average Rating: 4.7 of 5.0
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Written December 27, 2008 |
| WOW! |
| By Lynn Nielsen (Midvale, UT) |
I received my snowblower on Christmas Eve. On Christmas Day we had one of biggest snow storms in a long time.
It cleared the snow in no time, and depending on how high the chute was placed it could throw the snow about 30-35 ft.
I helped out my neighbors by clearing theirs when they usually used snow shovels. I recommend it highly.
I needed help from my son-in-law to connect the handle which operates the chute. It takes one person to put pressure to hold the bracket next to the lower handle so the gears will engage and another person to put the nut on the bolt, but it was worth it. |
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Written December 22, 2008 |
| This Machine EATS Snow... Best Ever!!! |
| By Harry (Taylor, MI) |
I've had many snow throwers over the last 40 years... MTD, Toro, Snapper; but this machine is the best ever...
It will clean right down to the pavement even when the snow is packed down from foot traffic or from my truck in the driveway.
Don't make the $350 mistake, you get what you pay for and this machine is worth every dime! |
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Written December 21, 2008 |
| My Life Saver ! |
| By Frank Zak (Dearborn Heights, MI) |
To all snow blower buyers: this model # 722 is a real snow machine that loves snow and does the job you want in the first round.
This machine will make you proud that you bought an Ariens. It's a very good product..... |
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Written December 07, 2008 |
| How to Keep Your Chute from Clogging |
| By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL) |
A snow clogged chute can really slow you down -- especially when the snow is really wet.
You can keep your chute clear if you do two simple things:
1. Use Non-Stick Spray
It coats your snow blower chute and auger just like cooking spray.
The snow literally slides right through without sticking or clogging.
2. Go Faster
Believe it our not, your chute gets clogged because you're going too slow.
Think of a merry-go-round. The faster it spins; the further you fly off. Same goes with your snow blower.
If you physically cannot pickup the pace, you should consider getting a more powerful snow blower. |
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Written November 18, 2008 |
| Why Fresh Fuel is So Important |
| By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL) |
Before you give your snow blower an undeserving swift kick for not starting, take a good look inside your gas can first.
Every Spring, I religiously drain the gas tank on my snow blower, so the carburetor doesn't gum up.
This Spring was no exception.
However, when the first snow came in late November, I committed a major sin.
Instead of getting fresh fuel from the gas station, I stupidly added last year's left over gasoline into the tank.
I'll admit it. I was lazy... and my snow blower didn't start when I need it most.
Old gasoline is not much different than adding a pitcher of water into the tank.
I pulled the cord dozens of times, and the snow blower did absolutely nothing.
Basically, the gasoline lost its spark. It needed a shot of high octane energy to ignite it again.
Instead of draining the tank, I mixed a half bottle of "Start Your Engines" with the old fuel.
While its name sounds kinda corny, the product actually worked. My snow blower fired up and ran fine. |
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Written November 02, 2008 |
| How to Start a Single-Stage Snow Blower |
| By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL) |
There are basically two ways to start a single-stage snow blower.
1. Recoil (or Pull) Start
2. Electric (or Push Button) Start
Most people opt for the electric start feature because they want to avoid the shoulder strain.
In reality, it's much easier to pull the rope on newer models. Electric start is now better suited for folks who physically can't.
Also, manufacturers are no longer including the electric start cord with their snow blowers. If you want to use the electric start feature, you must buy a cord separately. |
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Written July 23, 2008 |
| GREAT MACHINE |
| By TR Erickson (Indianapolis, IN) |
Don't let the compact size fool you, this machine can do a big job quickly. I reluctantly bought it when there was a blizzard on the way and all the cheaper machines were bought. I have previously owned the bulkier models with power drive wheels so I can make a comparison.
It is a two cycle engine machine, thereby cutting the weight down drastically so you don't need power drive wheels. Because it is 7 horsepower it really powers through snow. It's the new paradigm in things.
Remember we had to have bigger and heavier on everything like cars? Well we now like our lighter, smaller more nimble vehicles which can do the same for us. Its the same here. This machine is lightweight, but its power to weight ration makes it a treat to use.
You know, it's the sports car of snowthrowers, fun and fast. |
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Written February 20, 2008 |
| Good Investment |
| By Tom Mirczak (Reno, NV) |
| I enjoy having the snow blower. I got the 7 horse Ariens. I'm able to do my work and then my mother's drive done in a fraction of the time to shovel manually. |
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Written January 22, 2008 |
| Excessive vibration |
| By Mark Smith |
| I bought a 722 but ended up exchanging it for a Toro 3650 GTS. The Ariens works well when the chute is straight ahead but very poorly when the angle is 45 to 90 degrees. And it had an excessive amount of vibration. Overall very disappointing. |
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Written December 10, 2007 |
| Ariens Single-Stage (22") 7-HP Electric Start Snow Blower Review |
| By tim koski (Hartford, CT) |
Well, it was between a Toro or Ariens, and I decided to buy the Ariens 722 due to the quick chute lever design.
Toro does not have one. My neighbor has a Toro single stage. It is a good little machine, but the only draw back is the chute. He has to stop and turn the chute as compare to the Ariens lever design, which is quick and very useful while moving.
The Ariens well remove the heavy slush with no problems. I would recommend the Ariens, but you may have to go the second time around to remove the snow. |
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Written October 22, 2007 |
| Ariens Single-Stage (22") 7-HP Electric Start Snow Blower Review |
| By ralph tatum (Sioux Falls, SD) |
I HAVE THE 722. VERY HAPPY WITH IT.
LAST YEAR, WE HAD A LOT OF SNOW. I TRIED A V-BELT, AND THE ARIENS WORKED MUCH BETTER.
THANK YOU FOR A GREAT SNOW BLOWER. |
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